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November 24, 2009
When will immigration be loved?
November 23, 2009
Los Angeles council members to make donations for El Salvador storm victims
Sheryl Crow Slams Salazar’s Wild Horse Plan
Miles de nicaragüenses protestan contra la dictadura sandinista – (~50,000)
November 20, 2009
Beyond the Votes in Bolivia: A Reflection on Evo Morales’ First Term
Democrats and Republicans deployed their heavy artillery Thursday in a heated congressional hearing to debate a bill seeking to end the travel ban to Cuba.
Honduras’ de facto president Roberto Micheletti will give up his controversial post for seven days beginning on Tuesday so that Hondurans can “concentrate on elections and not on the political crisis,” he announced Thursday.
El Pánico de Lamar Smith, Steve King, y sus aliados anti inmigrantes – La creciente actividad en el bando que promueve las deportaciones masivas refleja su inquietud por el impulso tomado por la reforma migratoria integral
November 19, 2009
Hispanic leaders in Texas on Wednesday assailed a draft social studies curriculum under consideration by the State Board of Education, saying it woefully ignores the role that Hispanics have played in shaping state and national history.
Immigration, Yet Another Issue: How Many Hard Votes Can Congress Take?
November 18, 2009
Riverside County District Attorney Rod Pacheco was among four statewide co-chairs named today of Republican gubernatorial candidate Meg Whitman’s Latino Coalition.
Hondurans in Los Angeles prepare to vote in presidential election
Latino population growth adds to House seats – 6 states expected to gain congressional slots due to surge in Hispanic numbers
Honduran Lawmakers to Debate Zelaya Reinstatement After Election
AFL-CIO Letter to Clinton Opposing Honduran Elections
Jaime O. Perez, chief of staff to County Judge Anthony Cobos, announced that he will run for Congress as a Republican. – Perez, 53, will challenge Tim Besco, 42, in the Republican primary for the right to challenge U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes, D-Texas.
Immigration legislation recognizes new reality
November 16, 2009
Founded in 1973, the Mexican American Legislative Caucus is a 501(c)(6) non-profit, non-partisan organization composed of 44 members of the Texas House of Representatives committed to addressing the issues that Latinos face across the state of Texas.
USA Role Under Spotlight in Venezuela Crisis with Colombia
Now that Lou Dobbs has hung up his microphone on CNN, the populist New Jersey resident could be a viable candidate for the Garden State’s US Senate race in 2012, political experts said yesterday.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives says Washington is the No. 4 source of illegal guns in Mexico.
November 13, 2009
There will be a runoff Tuesday for the next commissioner to serve Miami’s District 4, a seat held by Tomás Regalado before he was elected mayor. – Miami runoff: Francis Suarez the better choice
Mixed Signals on Honduras & Clinton’s position
The need for immigration reform topped the list of concerns that Latino leaders brought Thursday to Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., who held an hour-long “listening” session at a senior center in the Lower Yakima Valley.
November 12, 2009
Hispanic Organizations Unite To Address Major Problems with Health Care Legislation in Congress
California’s Latino voters are going Brown – State Attorney General Jerry Brown
AILA WELCOMES SEN. MENENDEZ (D-NJ) INTRODUCTION OF THE MILITARY FAMILIES ACT
Woman Bursts into Mexican Assembly to Press Lawmaker for Child Support
Juan Sepulveda of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans will be at El Centro Hispano center in Durham on Thursday to speak with residents and local leaders about the status of Hispanic education.
November 11, 2009
Voices of Honduran Resistance Call for Deepening of Democracy
Military Families Act Honors America’s Immigrant Soldiers and Families
November 10, 2009
Mexico, U.S. Blame Each Other After Border Crackdown Fails
Photographer’s work helped defuse Cuban Missile Crisis – RIP William B. Ecker
Argentine journalists, academics and ruling party lawmakers met Monday to challenge the conclusions of an international media group that Latin American leaders are exerting too much control over the press.
LANDMARK HOUSE HEALTH CARE REFORM BILL IS GOOD FOR LATINOS, SENATE NEEDS TO COMPLETE THE TASK AND BUILD ON THE HOUSE EFFORT, SAYS NCLR
Manuel Zelaya’s backers: Boycott Honduran election
Too Late to Salvage Hondura’s Elections, Zelaya Backers Say
The Americano Interview with Congressman Mike Pence
Ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya: Talks Are Off with Coup Government After Deal Collapses
November 9, 2009
Poll: 41 percent say Obama has not improved race relations
El Paso County Attorney Jose Rodriguez announces he will seek Texas state Senate seat
A Colony by Any Other Name is Still a Colony – Puerto Rico
The New Latino Vote Under Obama – A Rift Between 2008 Latino Obama Supporters and the Republican Party.
National Alliance for Hispanic Health commends passage of health care bill
November 7, 2009
Rep. Loretta Sanchez reiterates that she is not running for Governor
November 6, 2009
MASCOTTE — Voters in this south Lake County city this week reversed a historical decision made two years ago when they elected Central Florida’s first Latino mayor. – The tables turned for Feliciano “Felix” Ramirez and Jeffrey Krull, whom Ramirez easily defeated in his landmark 2007 election with 68 percent of the vote. This time, Krull squeezed by with 12 more votes to defeat Ramirez, who had strong ties with Mascotte’s increasing Latino population.
A Victory in the Senate with the Halt of the Vitter Amendment – LULAC
Trenton Latino political leader: Time to lick wounds and focus on unity – rethinking campaign strategy yesterday after three Latino candidates lost
November 5, 2009
For the first time ever, Bolivians living abroad will be able to cast their ballots in the upcoming general election.
Hope and Disappointment in Uruguay’s Elections
Lawrence City Council will have Hispanic majority – Massachusettts
Democrats push Pelosi to protect immigrants
Rep. Silvestre Reyes (D-Tex.), the powerful chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, was the subject of a complaint to ethics investigators last year after an aide contacted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) about the kidnapping of a distant relative of Reyes’s wife.
U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes aide: No misuse of power in rescue of relative
November 4, 2009
Life’s a real beach for New York Latino politicos
Mexican-born immigrant rights activist Jorge Mujica plans to challenge incumbent Rep. Dan Lipinski in next year’s Democratic primary for Illinois’ 3rd congressional district.
Miami mayor candidates could trigger different shake-ups – Joe Sánchez and Tomás Regalado
Last Argentine dictator, ex-generals go on trial
California Congresswoman Loretta Sánchez Leads Congress’s Charge Against Domestic Abuse
U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis and former Chilean President Ricardo Lagos arrived in Tegucigalpa on Tuesday to join a commission set to verify compliance with the accord reached last week by deposed Honduran President Mel Zelaya and the de facto regime installed by the June 28 coup.
November 2, 2009
The Real Winner in Honduras: The United States?
Minorities Seek To Make History In Elections – Massachusetts
Rep. Raul Grijalva, Co-Chair of Progressive Caucus, Vows to Bring “Robust” Public Option to House Floor
Democratic Party leaders meeting at a pre-election dinner Thursday announced their endorsement of Assemblyman Jose Peralta over Monserrate in the 2010 primary – NY
October 30, 2009
LULAC Hails the Inclusion of Puerto Rico in the House Healthcare Bill
Senator Reid States He Is Keeping Anti-Immigrant Vitter Amendment From the Senate Floor
Queens, NYC State Senator Hiram Monserrate : Once a Community Defender, Now an Attacker?
Deposed President Manuel Zelaya and his opponents have agreed to a U.S.-brokered deal that he believes will return him to power four months after a coup shook faith in Latin America’s young democracies.
October 29, 2009
Hijo de activista Rudy Lozano ingresa a la política en Chicago
Obama, en esfuerzo bilingüe, busca votos latinos en New Jersey y Virginia
Hispanics voice concerns to mayoral candidates in Tulsa
October 28, 2009
Latino Leaders Launch National Campaign for Healthcare Reform – New website unveiled today will educate and mobilize community on healthcare reform.
GOP needs new approach for Hispanic vote
Congress Members Urge Obama to “Break the Silence” on Honduran Rights Violations
Statement by Sarah Stephens, Center for Democracy in the Americas, UN Vote on Cuba embargo – After UN Embargo Vote, Obama Should Push Further, Faster on Cuba Policy Reforms
Phoenix City Council members on Monday named David Cavazos the next city manage
October 27, 2009
Passage of Hate Crimes Bill Signals a New Day for Justice, Says NCLR
Maurice Ferre pledges to help bring an end to “poisonous political games in Washington” – Releases second video with details of background and how he will approach the job of U.S. Senator
The Case of the Cuban Five: American Justice as a Political Weapon
Rep. Crowley and Members of Congress to President: We Need Immigration Reform Now
Senator Vitter’s Amendment is Gumming Up the Census
Obama’s Dirty War On Immigrants
October 26, 2009
U.N. Vote to Condemn (Obama’s?) Embargo on Cuba
U.S. troops will be allowed to use six Colombian military bases and other facilities necessary for joint operations,
Fidel Castro’s younger sister, Juanita, now living in Miami, reveals in a Univisión-Noticias 23 report on her new book that she worked with the CIA while living in Cuba.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn has appointed three people to the state’s Latino Family Commission – has never met since it was established in 2007 (?)
October 17, 2009
El Diario Endorses Thompson, Likening Bloomberg to Hugo Chávez
Miami-Beach Florida’s Mayor Matti Herrera Bower’s 19 Day Countdown to Mayoral Re-Election – city’s first female and Cuban-American Mayor
October 15, 2009
Crafting a final version of health insurance legislation to attract moderate Republican support would be a “waste of time,” according to the leader of the House Progressive Caucus. – Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-Ariz.)
Honduran Accords Hung Up on Zelaya’s Reinstatement
Reforma Migratoria: “Sin movilización no ganamos esta batalla”: Congresista Gutiérrez
October 14, 2009
HEALTH CARE BILL OVERCOMES EXTREMIST POLITICS, BUT STILL NEEDS IMPROVEMENT, SAYS NCLR
Former Rep. Tom Tancredo (R-Colo.), a 2008 Republican presidential candidate and fierce opponent of illegal immigration, is criticizing the nomination of Stephanie Villafuerte for District of Colorado U.S. Attorney.
Governor Schwarzenegger Addresses Latino Water Coalition
In the Streets and on Twitter, Activists Demonstrate Tuesday for Immigration Reform
Martin Quezada, a graduate from ASU’s College of Law, is running for Arizona State House Representative in the 2010 election.
Former Venezuelan president Jaime Lusinchi has been hospitalized due to a gastric ulcer in Miami
ACLU Comprehensive Immigration Reform Must Protect Privacy And Civil Liberties
SEIU Members Join Thousands at U.S. Capitol to Renew Push for Comprehensive Immigration Reform – Joined by legislators, thousands of workers, families and clergy call for an end to divisive, costly immigration policies that separate families, harm all workers
October 13, 2009
Former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales to speak to Republican National Hispanic Assembly of Tennessee October 22 at Waller Lansden
Thousands To Participate in Vigil With Members of Congress For Immigration Reform on Oct 12-13 in Washington DC
October 12, 2009
Hispanic community activists in Washington protested Friday against the D.C. Council for voting this week to oust Ximena Hartsock as the city’s parks and recreation director, accusing members of racism and sexism.
Between now and the end of her term next March, President Michelle Bachelet will distribute 33,000 hectares (81,500 acres) of land among Mapuche Indian communities in Chile’s conflictive southern region of Araucania
Local Pennsylvanica Hispanic leaders pleased with new federal Web site that provides information in Spanish – GobiernoUSA.gov, has been online for two months
A leader in Northern Nevada’s Latino community has been invited to a White House gathering next week for Hispanic Heritage Month. – Xiomara Rodriguez
Reflections on a Decade of Civic Revolutions in Latin America
Florida needs a pro in Senate, not a rookie – commentary by Maurice Ferre
October 9, 2009
NCLR Supports Legislation to Strengthen Dual-Language Education for Low-Income Students
NCLR Applauds the Inclusion of Faith Leaders at a A Senate Hearing on Comprehensive Immigration Reform
LULAC Opposes Vitter-Bennett Amendment: Call Your Senator Today!
Guest Voz: NM Rep. Luján aims to engage young Latinos in clean energy issue
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa Featured on Azteca America’s ‘Issues: Caras y Voces’
U.S. Senate candidate for Florida Marco Rubio visited the Hispanic American Bar Association during its regular meeting and celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
Community’s involvement has Hispanic leaders excited – For 14 years the group Hispanics in Politics has been pushing the idea at its monthly meetings that Hispanic representation — in local, state and national offices — should mirror the number of Hispanics in Southern Nevada, now nearly seven times what it was in 1990. – Fernando Romero
U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes: U.S. forces in Afghanistan need help
More talks in Honduran crisis, but no deal sighted
The National Association of Evangelicals on Thursday (Oct. 8) endorsed comprehensive immigration reform, saying new policies should reflect “biblical grace to the stranger.”
October 7, 2009
NCLR Applauds Confirmation of Tom Perez as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Division
LULAC Applauds Senate Confirmation of Tom Perez as Head of Department of Justice Civil Rights Division
To Engage Latinos About Census, Telenovela Steps Up to Be Counted
Critics Say Chavez Targeting Opponents For Arrest
African-American, Latino and civil rights groups have launched an ad campaign aimed at pressuring moderate Democratic senators to support health care legislation that allows the government to sell insurance in competition with private industry.
Illinois GOP recruits minorities for longshot races – like Hispanic businessman Robert Enriquez for secretary of state
A former Costa Rican president was convicted and sentenced to five years in prison Monday for embezzling funds from a Finnish loan intended for medical equipment for public hospitals. – Rafael Calderon president from 1990-1994
Rich Vs. Poor At Root Of Honduran Political Crisis
Venezuelan Ambassador to Travel to California For First Time Since Resuming Post
October 5, 2009
The Right is Taking the Wrong Approach With Hispanics
NCLR Commends Congressional Hispanic Caucus for Calling for an End to 287(g) Agreements
National Groups to Mobilize People of Color for Final Health Care Push
Our Immigration System Needs Solutions, Not Villains
The Juanito show: ‘He’s crazy’ – Rafael “Juanito” Acosta
Consul stresses link between California, Mexico – Juan Marcos Gutierrez sets out to build ‘a better understanding between our countries.’
The interim president of Honduras says an emergency decree that limited civil rights in the troubled Central American country will be repealed as of Tuesday.
October 2, 2009
No Child Left Behind Regulations do not Go Far Enough to Improve Education For Latino Students, Says NCLR
October 1, 2009
Hiram Monserrate’s Gal Breaks Down While Defending Her Man – Her testimony expected to weight heavily on verdict
Who’s Really Hurt by America’s Travel Ban to Cuba?
September 30, 2009
America’s Voice: Rep. Steve King throws free market under the bus, along with immigrants
Some Dallas City Council members are suggesting that part of Central Expressway be renamed for civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
LVL Letter to Congressman Baca Supporting H.R.2681, the PROUD Act
September 29, 2009
Live from Honduras: An Interview with Berta Caceres
DNC Announces Newly Elected Hispanic Caucus Leadership – Illinois Sen. Iris Y. Martinez (D-Ill.) Elected Chairwoman, Andres Ramirez Elected Vice Chairman
Is Latin America Moving to the Right?
September 28, 2009
Caroline Valdez, former aide to Rep. Loretta Sanchez, gets probation
Latino leader calls for protecting civil rights – LULAC president: March, speak to legislators on health care, immigration
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton met in New York with Mexican Foreign Secretary Patricia Espinosa to discuss the Merida Initiative, especially the chapter on drug trafficking, the Foreign Relations Secretariat said.
A Ripe Time For Florida’s Marco Rubio
Honduras Restricts Liberties To Prevent Rebellion
Violence Escalates Against Peaceful Protesters in Honduras As Resistance Grows: Chemical Weapons Directed Toward Brazilian Embassy – National Day of Action In Solidarity with the People Of Honduras Tuesday, September 29th
September 24, 2009
As part of the Distinguished Lecture Series at Governors State University, Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez will speak to students, faculty, staff and the community at a free and public presentation at 6 p.m. Oct. 1
Today, seven members of the board of the Latino Leadership Alliance of New Jersey (LLANJ) endorsed Chris Christie for New Jersey Governor adding their voices to the growing support for Chris in the Hispanic community.
Deposed Honduran President Manuel Zelaya Holed Up In Embassy
Last week Paraguay canceled a military cooperation agreement that would have governed its participation in the New Horizons military exercises next year.
Mexico’s attorney general nominee draws fire for his former job as prosecutor in Juarez
The reform of the Puerto Rican legislature currently underway seeks to reduce by almost half the number of lawmakers, one of the chief objectives of the administration of Gov. Luis Fortuño.
Obama picks border czar for Customs commissioner – Alan Bersin
September 22, 2009
Maryland’s new labor secretary will be Alexander M. Sanchez, an attorney and United Way of America executive who lives in Virginia
This is an urgent plea to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton: Immediately condemn the violence unleashed against the Honduran people by the de facto regime and take every peaceful measure possible to avoid a bloodbath in that country.
National Council of La Raza Applauds Representative Gutierrez for Advancing Comprehensive Immigration Reform
National Council of La Raza Supports National Back to School DREAM Act Day of Action
Newt Gingrich Launches The Americano, Bilingual Site for American Hispanics
Obama takes heat from other side of immigrant healthcare debate – He suggests that those here illegally be kept from taking part in an insurance exchange set up by the government. Some on the left say that’s bad policy that panders to the likes of Joe Wilson.
Perhaps there’s no compromise on immigration
New website will offer evidence as to whether the GOP “gets it” with regard to Latinos – theamericano.com
Loving Thy Neighbor – Immigration Reform and Communities of Faith
Josh Treviño, GOP Consultant: “My Red Hair And Pale Skin IS My Passport”
September 21, 2009
NY Senator Serrano Report: Immigration Reform Starts Here
EL PASO — City Rep. Rachel Quintana is being treated differently under the law, but that is not improper, a prosecutor told a panel of state judges Thursday.
One of four young men charged in the fatal stabbing of a San Diego college student pleaded guilty Thursday and agreed to testify against the others, including the son of former California Assembly Speaker Fabian Nuñez.
Border Congressman’s Record on Intelligence – Silvestre Reyes
The U.S. Embassy in Bolivia says it is closing some democracy-promotion programs at the request of the Bolivian government.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter says he is disappointed by Venezuela’s President Hugo Chavez and concerned he is increasingly shifting toward an authoritarian regime.
Your Turn: Contra Costa Times’ headline about illegal immigrants was misleading
September 18, 2009
Hispanic group to CNN: Rein in Dobbs
Immigration Reform: Congress’s Perennial Pothole
September 17, 2009
CAUSA: Oregon Coalition Calls on Rep. Gutierrez to Take the Lead on Immigration Reform Legislation
Cuba will not make any political or policy concessions to improve relations with the U.S. – no matter how small, Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said Wednesday, snubbing Washington’s suggestions that some reforms could lead to better ties.
News Analysis: Obama, Jimmy Carter, Racial Politics and Immigration Reform
Spain Bars Entry to 10 Members of Honduran Regime
September 15, 2009
The former Chilean judge who indicted late dictator Augusto Pinochet filed Monday to run for the Senate on the ticket of dark-horse independent presidential candidate Marco Enriquez Ominami.
Rep. Loretta Sanchez loves traveling on your dime
When in doubt, blame the illegals
The international community’s chief mediator in the Honduran political crisis said Monday he will meet with the country’s presidential candidates to emphasize that upcoming elections will not be recognized if held under the government installed by a coup.
Sen. Menendez and other Latino legislators endorse Gov. Corzine for re-election
Is Joe Wilson a Racist?
Evo Morales rallies for immigrants’ rights
Neither walls or moats can hold them back…
South American Nations Question U.S.-Colombia Military Base Agreement
September 14, 2009
The day after Gov. Rick Perry announced plans to deploy Texas Ranger teams to the border, local law enforcement officials said they were skeptical about whether the initiative would do any good.
National Hispanic Medical Association Supports Universal Health Coverage
Sebelius: Illegal immigrant debate a ‘red herring’ – concerning health care bill
The head of the Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials is scheduled to join a panel discussion on immigration reform at an Athens Area Democrats breakfast – Jerry Gonzalez
September 10, 2009
Immigration, Southern Manners, and South Carolina Demographics
CAUSA: South Carolina Congressman brings disgrace on Republicans during President’s Healthcare Speech
Deport U.S. immigration policy
Hispanic Hoosiers expanding their political clout
September 9, 2009
Time for Obama to break with current detention policy and enact one worthy of a world-class champion of democracy
New York State Senate Majority Leader Pedro Espada, Jr. (D-Bronx) held a press conference on Tuesday to cast a spotlight on rights violations against farm workers
September 8, 2009
An appeals court on Tuesday overturned the dismissal of murder charges against former President Fernando de la Rua in the deaths of five protesters during violent street demonstrations that marked the end of his tenure in 2001.
Sonia Sotomayor To Wear Judicial Collar Given To Her By Ginsburg (VIDEO)
September 3, 2009
Wichitan Shala Perez took over as executive director of the Kansas Hispanic & Latino American Affairs Commission this week.
SVREP plans 2010 voter registration, ‘Texas Rising’ report
U.S. blame for Cuba healthcare not likely to create sympathy
September 2, 2009
Following this month’s bust of 14,500 marijuana plants that allegedly were in part being grown by Mexican migrant workers, a Colorado Springs senator is calling on Gov. Bill Ritter and the General Assembly to take aggressive action on illegal immigration in Colorado, though immigrant rights’ groups say lawmakers shouldn’t blame entire communities for the actions of a few individuals.
John Sotelo, first Latino Riverside city councilman, dies at 84
The Ghost Of Carmelita And The Health Care Debate
Will Florida’s New Republican Senator Focus on Immigration Reform?
September 1, 2009
Ecuador’s president is threatening to close a major television network after it aired a tape of a conversation between him and a member of the assembly that drafted a new constitution last year.
Where does Richardson go from here?
An ‘exciting’ cancer drug developed in Cuba is being tested in the United States — but it won’t be sold here unless there is a change in the embargo law.
The Organization of American States (OAS) refused to accept a compromise plan offered last week by Honduras’ de facto President Roberto Micheletti.
U.S., Cuba will discuss revival of direct mail
The 47-year-old Cuban embargo continues to divide exiles depending on their age and other factors, and long-standing support among some in the community might be eroding, a poll showed.
The fight for immigration reform goes on in the name of Ted Kennedy
August 27, 2009
National Council of La Raza Mourns the Loss of Senator Kennedy
Reviewed: Reclaiming Latin America: Experiments in Radical Social Democracy, Edited by Geraldine Lievesley and Steve Ludlam.
FOUNDER OF THE FIRST HISPANIC FEMALE-OWNED LAW FIRM IN NEW YORK CITY ENDORSES MAYOR MIKE BLOOMBERG FOR RE-ELECTION – Carmen Pacheco
CIP Americas Program Criticizes State Department Report on Human Rights Under the Merida Initiative
Health care, immigration, energy and other issues were among the topics of discussion as U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb., met on Friday with members of the Grand Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Elvin Santos — a leading would-be successor to Manuel Zelaya before the coup that ousted the Honduran president — has seen his popularity diminish.
August 26, 2009
Leader, Visionary and Friend: Today We Remember Senator Edward M. Kennedy
Vaya con Dios Ted Kennedy
Politically-oriented Tejanos ticking off “el enemigo”
New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson said Wednesday he plans to report to Barack Obama’s administration his assessment of Cuba-U.S. relations following a five-day trade mission to the island even though he is not an official envoy of Washington.
The Honduran interim government says it will go ahead with presidential elections in November, even if results are not recognised by other countries.
August 25, 2009
Latino advocates are claiming victory over a federal court ruling that could put the complicated “Texas Two-step” presidential delegate system in jeopardy.
Immigration reshaping the political landscape – New citizens help minority groups gain clout in elections – New Mexico
August 24, 2009
Gobernador de Nuevo México viaja a Cuba para posible cooperación
The North Alabama Hispanic Committee is upset over letters concerning the 287(g) program sent from the city of Albertville to leaders in Washington, D.C.
Whitehouse’s Healthcare reform page in Spanish
Kansas City women are convinced coup in Honduras was military
A Texas program to increase law enforcement along the U.S.-Mexico border by temporarily reassigning state troopers from other parts of the state is contributing to a critical personnel shortage in the Texas Department of Public Safety
U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes wants health-care plan to be ‘revenue neutral’
August 21, 2009
Show me a poll that says Latinos like the GOP
Stay on Track When it Comes to Health Care Reform, Says NCLR
Colombia’s Senate voted late Wednesday to pass a bill calling for a referendum on whether to change the constitution to allow President Alvaro Uribe to run for a third term.
NOTICIAS de LATINO: Governor talks Texas-style trash – and other Lone Star tales
The Mexican consul for northern Texas will be reassigned amid an investigation into suspected irregularities in passport fees at the consulate
Obama drops by immigration meeting, promises reform
Latino Policy Coalition August 2009 Polls
Latino Policy Coalition poll indicates Obama trusted by Latinos; White House economic program rates high
CHIRLA to Napolitano: we expect immediate action on immigration reform
Health Care Debate: Immigrants Land On Sacrificial Altar
Heading to White House Meeting on Immigration, Paging Governor Napolitano
U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes is not calling it a town hall meeting, but he will be the guest speaker at a public forum Saturday at which he will answer questions about health care.
August 18, 2009
The Obama administration has sent to Congress a favorable report on Mexico’s human rights record that could allow the release of $100 million in U.S. aid to help the country fight drug traffickers.
Napolitano liderará una reunión sobre la reforma migratoria en la Casa Blanca
Honduras’ coup-installed government said it does not expect to be judged fairly by an international panel that arrived Monday to investigate allegations of human rights abuses.
August 17, 2009
Part of President Barack Obama’s education team is traveling through California this week to talk about which reforms are needed to help Latino students. The first stop was in San Diego on Sunday at San Diego Mesa College. – Juan Sepulveda
The Deficit of Leadership at the North American Leaders Summit
Immigration Reform Slides to Obama’s Backburner – What is the difference between President Obama and President Bush when it comes to how we, as a nation, deal with the plight of undocumented immigrants? Unfortunately, there really is no difference.
Northern Nevada Hispanics following health care debate closely
U.S. Sen. Mel Martinez’s exit to weaken Florida’s political clout
August 16, 2009
Will Estrada (not Erik) become conservative cause celebre
U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes meets with public about health care
August 13, 2009
Hispanic Alliance Urges Congress to Work Through Recess on Healthcare Issues
The Mexican Legal Defense and Educaiton Fund is denouncing Georgia’s appeal of the Justice Department’s rejection of a voter check plan.
Rep. Loretta Sanchez’s Health Care Prayer Vigil
Maria Connie Castaneda takes personal pride as mayor of Brockport, New York
Latino and Asian Clout in the Voting Booth Newly Released Census Data Underscores Growing Power of Ethnic and Minority Voters
August 12, 2009
Health care reform takes on immigration overtones
U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes opts not to have health-care town hall
August 11, 2009
CHC Leader ‘Disappointed’ in Obama’s Immigration Delay – Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-Ill.)
HISPANIC FARMERS TO ADMINISTRATION: STOP DISCRIMINATION NOW Anger and Frustration for Hispanic Farmers – Former Congressman de la Garza Asks President Obama to Intervene
GOP now Latino-less in U.S. Senate
Border czar praises Merida Initiative on first day of Border Security Conference
August 10, 2009
NCLR Praises Confirmation of Maria Otero, Under Secretary of Global Affairs, Department of State
For Latinos, Sonia Sotomayor’s Confirmation Is an Emotional Moment
Savannah Latino Community Reacts to Sotomayor Confirmation
Honduras accepts OAS chief as ‘observer’
Latin America on Its Way to Legalizing Drugs, Experts Say
Obama Pushes Immigration Reform to 2010, Jokes About Being Called “an Illegal Immigrant”
August 6, 2009
Latino political future a mixed bag
The GOP Proves They Need Latina Wisdom
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus applauds the United States Senate for confirming Judge Sonia Sotomayor as Associate Justice on the nation’s Supreme Court.
Latino Groups Criticize Obama On Immigration Raids
U.S. Decides Not to Impose Sanctions on Honduras
August 5, 2009
President Daniel Ortega, who led the ’70s Sandinista revolution, rewards sympathetic news outlets and punishes critical ones, observers say. One target is a member of the prominent Chamorro family.
The Obama Style and Latin America
August 4, 2009
NCLR Applauds Introduction of Legislation on Immigration Detention Standards
Hispanic Voters And Leaders Exploring Oregon Politics
All Ranks Salute Olga Méndez, Political Trailblazer
The Latino Vote & the California Gubernatorial Race
President Alvaro Uribe headed off on a whirlwind South American tour Tuesday to defend his plans to expand the U.S. military’s presence in Colombia, a prospect that worries even friendly nations in the region.
August 3, 2009
Republican support for Sotomayor looks paltry
Bronx group honors gridlock-causing Pedro Espada as ‘Senator of the Year’
Groups of travelers are returning to the United States after defying the federal government’s ban on most travel to Cuba – Venceremos Brigade
Jason Villalba: Saying “no” to Sotomayor isn’t betrayal to Hispanic community
McCain should have listened to his own advice
NRA Stance on Sotomayor Draws Fire From Hispanic Lawmakers
McCain states the obvious: GOP needs more hispanic support
Hispanic Alliance Urges Congress to Work Through Recess on Health
July 28, 2009
Chicago Mayor Daley appoints 57-year-old Cook County Commissioner Roberto Maldonado to replace Billy Ocasio as 26th Ward alderman
July 27, 2009
Maria Conchita Alonso Narrates New Documentary About Latin American Dictators And Immigration
July 23, 2009
GOP senators weigh Sonia Sotomayor backlash
July 20, 2009
A new Latino-Hispanic commission chairperson is serving the Lafayette community. Mayor Tony Roswarski appointed Joel Munoz to the position – Indiana
Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) Successfully Hosts 3rd Annual Future Leaders Conference
New Latino Democratic club forms Leader hopes to boost Latino participation in local politics – North County, California
July 19, 2009
Senator Menendez: La Voz de los Senadores Demócratas
July 17, 2009
The Senate’s lone Hispanic Republican, Mel Martinez, says he’ll vote for Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor.
Rep. Becerra Skips Ice Cream Fundraiser For Health Care Vote
